"Probiotics are live microorganisms, often called 'good bacteria,' that help maintain a healthy balance in your gut by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria and suppressing harmful ones," said ...

Probiotics and prebiotics both support gut health, but they have some key differences. Probiotics are beneficial microorganisms, while prebiotics help feed gut bacteria.

More than a third of people say gut health is the biggest benefit they’re seeking from food, according to a 2024 survey. If you’re concerned with your digestive health, it’s time to get familiar with ...

We’ve all been hearing a ton about the tiny bacteria in our guts that are responsible for everything from digestion to sleep quality. Turns out, nourishing the gut microbiome is also critical for ...

Yogurt, kefir and kombucha tea might be trending today, but these foods are anything but new. Fermented foods such as those date back to ancient times when fermenting was a way to preserve foods ...

THURSDAY, Nov. 17, 2016 -- Adding protein-rich or probiotic-laden foods to your diet may help control your blood sugar levels, according to a pair of new studies. Both proteins and probiotics appear ...

In recent years, there have been many claims made about gut health — especially on social media platforms like TikTok. If you take even just a few minutes to scroll through the GutTok hashtag on the ...

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Fact checked by Sarah Scott Taking probiotics while on antibiotics does not significantly boost beneficial gut bacteria, according to new research.The findings debunk the previous notion that it's ...

Patients with periodontitis receiving conventional treatment who took probiotics and followed a tailored anti-inflammatory diet experienced improvements in gum disease, according to a study recently ...